Fenix HM71R V2.0 vs Fenix HL45R
Fenix HM71R V2.0 ($124.95) vs Fenix HL45R ($79.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right headlamp.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Fenix HM71R V2.0 | Fenix HL45R |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $124.95 | $79.95 |
| Weight | 220g | 133g |
| Output | 3,500 lumens, 275 m | 1,000 lumens, 220 m |
| LED | SFT-60 spot, SST-20F flood, two red | One Luminus SFT25R cold white LED and one OSRAM GR QSSPA1.23 red LED |
| Modes | Thirteen including Instant Turbo and red flash | Eight lighting modes including four levels of white light, three levels of red light and red flash |
| Battery | 5500mAh included, USB-C | 1900mAh battery pack or three AAA batteries |
| Runtime | 337 h max | 54 hours max |
| Rating | IP68, 2 m impact | — |
| Weight | 220g incl. battery and headband (fenixlighting.com spec text) | 133g incl. battery (fenixlighting.com spec text: 4.69 oz. (133g) including battery and headband) |
| Size | — | Width 78.2 mm, Height 44.5 mm, Depth 50 mm |
Pros & Cons
Fenix HM71R V2.0
- 3,500 lumens with separate spot and flood
- Red light modes
- IP68 and 2 m impact resistance
- Large 5,500 mAh battery included
- 220 g is a heavy headlamp
- $124.95
Fenix HL45R
- 1,000 lumens and 220 m of throw
- Runs on 1900mAh battery pack or three AAA batteries
- 133 g with the battery
- Limited lifetime guarantee from Fenix Lighting USA
- Check the size before you commit to pocket carry
- Fenix's 54 hours runtime is its longest figure, normally at the lowest level, not at full output
Fenix HL45R is the better value at $79.95. Both are part of our curated headlamp index — tap through to check current pricing.